The vacancies are nationwide, so we will direct your application depending on the area you put in your application form.
1-2-1 Teaching and Observations: A training specialist will coach, teach, and support the apprentice at the centre on a one-to-one basis, visiting at regular and agreed intervals.
Face-to-Face Teaching as a Group: Block delivery throughout the year with other apprentices in the area. The teaching location will be at a central point to those on the apprenticeship in the area.
Tutorials: Apprentices will be offered regular 1-2-1 tutorial time remotely with their specialist trainer.
E-learning: We provide an e-learning platform with work and activities for apprentices to complete.
Apprentice Entry Requirements
* Applicants must demonstrate a keen interest in outdoor instructing as a career choice.
* GCSE grades of 3 or above in Maths and English.
* Applicants must have a suitable employer or be actively looking for an employer.
Why STS?
* Operating nationally, our experienced team offers high-quality training ensuring an apprentice attains the specific knowledge, skills & behaviours required to succeed in the role.
* Our apprenticeships are tailor-made, and we really mean it. Every aspect of delivery is unique; we cater specifically to the agile needs of your organisation to ensure objectives are met.
* We take the time to get to know your business so that we can incorporate your culture, vision, and values into activities to ensure each apprenticeship fits in seamlessly.
Modules
* Preparing session plans
* Company policies and procedures
* Adapting session plans
* Developing session plans
* Dynamic and emerging risks
* Activity Briefings
* Understanding the risk assessment process
* Environmental impacts of activities
* Emergency procedures, reporting and dealing with injuries
* Engaging and supporting participants
* Review techniques
* Managing behaviour
* Managing session times
* Team working
* Communication with customers
* Equality, diversity, and inclusion
Experiential Learning
All apprentices could attend a residential (overnight stay) at Skern Lodge in Bideford, North Devon, or at one of our 10 adventure centres across the UK. This experience provides added value to your apprentice’s learning and is an opportunity for them to build confidence while undertaking exciting and learning-focused activities. Residential activities are designed to address the learning needs of your apprentice, resulting in real personal growth.
Entry Requirements
* Applicants must demonstrate a keen interest in outdoor instructing as a career choice.
* GCSE grades of 3 or above in Maths and English.
Skills Required
* Customer care skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non-judgmental
* Physical fitness
Training to be Provided
* Preparing session plans
* Company policies and procedures
* Adapting session plans
* Developing session plans
* Dynamic and emerging risks
* Activity Briefings
* Understanding the risk assessment process
* Environmental impacts of activities
* Emergency procedures, reporting and dealing with injuries
* Engaging and supporting participants
* Review techniques
* Managing behaviour
* Managing session times
* Team working
* Communication with customers
* Equality, diversity, and inclusion
Things to Consider
The vacancies are nationwide, so we will direct your application depending on the area you put in your application form.
Future Prospects
An Outdoor Activity Instructor supervises and guides children and adults in activities and pastimes such as canoeing, sailing, climbing, surfing, cycling, hillwalking, archery, bushcraft, rock pooling, geology, plant identification, habitat or wildlife walks at an introductory level. They will be supervised while working in a limited range of venues and weather conditions following tightly defined operating procedures.
Location
Skern Lodge, Watertown, Appledore,
Bideford,
Devon, England.
EX39 1NG
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